King County
This position is open to Internal King County employees and eligible Priority Placement participants ONLY. Only current King County employees and eligible Priority Placement participants will be considered.
King County Department of Information Technology (KCIT) is seeking a Principal AI Manager. The Principal AI Manager will focus on data governance and AI enablement, playing a pivotal role in advancing King County Information Technology (KCIT) towards an AI-first organization. With a concentration on metadata management, data inventorying, and AI governance, this position will enable AI readiness across all IT functions, orchestrate AI-related initiatives, and support the implementation of King County’s AI strategy.
Data Governance Oversee the adoption of strong data governance practices with an emphasis on metadata management and data inventorying.
In coordination with department and executive partners, define, manage, and advance enterprise data management principles, policies and programs for stewardship, advocacy and custodianship of data and analytics, in concert with legal, equity, information security, and risk management.
Lead change management to overcome silos, privacy and security risks and ensure broad participation and value to the business.
Design, test, and establish governance structure with use cases for clear decision-making. Continuously improve the process.
Oversee metadata management and data inventorying to ensure standards for classification, data quality, compliance, interoperability, and management in order to leverage data as an asset.
AI Enablement Lead the enablement of AI capabilities across KCIT, ensuring each function is prepared to adopt and integrate AI responsibly and effectively to deliver business value.
Partner the KCIT Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and Division Directors to operationalize King County’s AI strategy and ensure alignment with enterprise goals.
Promote a culture of responsible AI use, transparency, and continuous learning across the organization, raising technical proficiency throughout.
Manage and maintain the county’s AI registry, ensuring transparency, accountability, and alignment with enterprise risk and information asset management frameworks.
Maintain and prioritize a backlog of AI-related initiatives, coordinating resources and timelines to support delivery.
Assign responsibility and track progress for AI initiatives across KCIT.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to integrate AI governance into existing IT processes, including project phases and gates, risk management, and asset tracking.
Serve as an active member of King County AI governance-focused committee(s).
Represent King County in external AI-focused communities, such as the WaTech AI Community of Practice and the GovAI Coalition, to stay informed of best practices and emerging trends.
Qualifications
Demonstrated experience participating in enterprise-wide data governance, technology enablement, or transformation initiatives.
Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and initiatives in a complex, matrixed environment.
Strong understanding of data and AI governance, risk, and compliance frameworks.
Experience working with public sector organizations or in highly regulated environments.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive strategic outcomes across organizational boundaries.
Familiarity with metadata management and standards development.
Strong project and program management skills.
Desirable Qualifications
Experience leading data governance, AI governance, technology enablement, or transformation initiatives.
Familiarity with AI risk frameworks, data governance principles, and asset management systems.
Knowledge of public sector procurement, budgeting, and IT governance processes.
Experience with organizational change management and process improvement in the context of technology adoption.
Advanced degree in public administration, information technology, data science, or a related field.
Hybrid Work The work associated with this position will be performed through a combination of onsite work and telecommuting. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County work site to respond to workplace reporting requirements. King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support when working remotely.
Classification: IT Manager-Principal - 7341500
Union: This position is represented by Local 117: IT Managers and Supervisors
Work Schedule: The normal work week for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Alternative work schedules may be considered. This position is FLSA Exempt and is not eligible for overtime pay.
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
Are you ready to APPLY!?
The recruitment for this position is open to all qualified candidates. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies. A completed King County Application, Resume and Cover Letter are required. Applications submitted without all material will not be considered.
Questions:
If you have questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Shannon Hoeper @shoeper@kingcounty.gov or 206-263-6957.
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King County Department of Information Technology (KCIT) is seeking a Principal AI Manager. The Principal AI Manager will focus on data governance and AI enablement, playing a pivotal role in advancing King County Information Technology (KCIT) towards an AI-first organization. With a concentration on metadata management, data inventorying, and AI governance, this position will enable AI readiness across all IT functions, orchestrate AI-related initiatives, and support the implementation of King County’s AI strategy.
Data Governance Oversee the adoption of strong data governance practices with an emphasis on metadata management and data inventorying.
In coordination with department and executive partners, define, manage, and advance enterprise data management principles, policies and programs for stewardship, advocacy and custodianship of data and analytics, in concert with legal, equity, information security, and risk management.
Lead change management to overcome silos, privacy and security risks and ensure broad participation and value to the business.
Design, test, and establish governance structure with use cases for clear decision-making. Continuously improve the process.
Oversee metadata management and data inventorying to ensure standards for classification, data quality, compliance, interoperability, and management in order to leverage data as an asset.
AI Enablement Lead the enablement of AI capabilities across KCIT, ensuring each function is prepared to adopt and integrate AI responsibly and effectively to deliver business value.
Partner the KCIT Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and Division Directors to operationalize King County’s AI strategy and ensure alignment with enterprise goals.
Promote a culture of responsible AI use, transparency, and continuous learning across the organization, raising technical proficiency throughout.
Manage and maintain the county’s AI registry, ensuring transparency, accountability, and alignment with enterprise risk and information asset management frameworks.
Maintain and prioritize a backlog of AI-related initiatives, coordinating resources and timelines to support delivery.
Assign responsibility and track progress for AI initiatives across KCIT.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to integrate AI governance into existing IT processes, including project phases and gates, risk management, and asset tracking.
Serve as an active member of King County AI governance-focused committee(s).
Represent King County in external AI-focused communities, such as the WaTech AI Community of Practice and the GovAI Coalition, to stay informed of best practices and emerging trends.
Qualifications
Demonstrated experience participating in enterprise-wide data governance, technology enablement, or transformation initiatives.
Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and initiatives in a complex, matrixed environment.
Strong understanding of data and AI governance, risk, and compliance frameworks.
Experience working with public sector organizations or in highly regulated environments.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive strategic outcomes across organizational boundaries.
Familiarity with metadata management and standards development.
Strong project and program management skills.
Desirable Qualifications
Experience leading data governance, AI governance, technology enablement, or transformation initiatives.
Familiarity with AI risk frameworks, data governance principles, and asset management systems.
Knowledge of public sector procurement, budgeting, and IT governance processes.
Experience with organizational change management and process improvement in the context of technology adoption.
Advanced degree in public administration, information technology, data science, or a related field.
Hybrid Work The work associated with this position will be performed through a combination of onsite work and telecommuting. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County work site to respond to workplace reporting requirements. King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support when working remotely.
Classification: IT Manager-Principal - 7341500
Union: This position is represented by Local 117: IT Managers and Supervisors
Work Schedule: The normal work week for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Alternative work schedules may be considered. This position is FLSA Exempt and is not eligible for overtime pay.
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
Are you ready to APPLY!?
The recruitment for this position is open to all qualified candidates. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies. A completed King County Application, Resume and Cover Letter are required. Applications submitted without all material will not be considered.
Questions:
If you have questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Shannon Hoeper @shoeper@kingcounty.gov or 206-263-6957.
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